In this retelling of a Balkan tale, each barber who cuts the king’s hair ends up being kept prisoner in his palace. One day, a young apprentice named Miro bravely accepts the challenge to cut the king’s hair. When he discovers the king’s dangerous secret, Miro is careful not to tell anyone. But secrets have a way of being found out…

Praise for The King Has Goat Ears:

Sophisticated collages accompany this engaging tale of self-acceptance.” — The Horn Book Guide

“This is a good addition to folk and fairy tale collections.” — Resource Links

“The colorful and engaging illustrations will intrigue children because of the interesting and beautiful depictions of animals and people.” — Library Media Connection

“Jovanovic’s clear telling and Béha’s Chagall-esque mixed-media collages elucidate the plot.” — Kirkus Reviews

Awards:

Winner of the Christie Harris Illustrated Children’s Book 2009 by BC Book Prizes

A Canadian Children’s Book Centre Best Book of 2009

Finalist for the Blue Spruce Award 2010

Finalist for the Chocolate Lily Award 2010

About the Author:

Katarina Jovanovic lives in Vancouver, BC with her family.

About the Illustrator:

Philippe Béha has won the Mr. Christie’s Book Award and Governor General’s Award. He was Canada’s 2014 nomination for the IBBY Hans Christian Andersen Lifetime Achievement Award.